In the article, new accusations have surfaced regarding Shannon Sharpe, alleging that he choked a female employee during his time on Undisputed at FS1. This incident reportedly led to a settlement of several hundred thousand dollars but did not result in formal charges. Sharpe's camp denied the choking allegation, describing the interaction as playful. The article also mentions the existing $50 million rape lawsuit against Sharpe, adding to the legal pressure he is facing. Despite claims of consensual role-play in the past, Sharpe's lawyer highlighted the context of the leaked audio of Sharpe allegedly threatening to choke the plaintiff. The article further discusses Sharpe's past sexual assault accusation a decade ago, which led to him temporarily stepping away from his CBS role. Amid mounting scrutiny, Sharpe has decided to temporarily step aside from his ESPN duties, with plans to return by the NFL preseason. This development raises questions about the future of Sharpe's career and public perception.